semblance
noun
sem·blance
ˈsem-blən(t)s 
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a
: a phantasmal form : apparition
4
: actual or apparent resemblance
her story bears some semblance to the truth
Examples of semblance in a Sentence
tried to project some semblance of confidence even though public speaking terrified her
a used-car dealer with only a semblance of honesty
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Those willing to hold on until the final scene may find some semblance of satisfaction in the chaos.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 May 2025
Maresca praised the Portugal international’s performances in the role during Jackson’s injury absence, when his speed and selfless running restored some semblance of the usual balance to Chelsea’s attack.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 14 May 2025
While the men are away on the frontline, Greta, Anni, and the remaining villagers try to preserve a semblance of life.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 May 2025
When will Newark – considered a microcosm of the problems plaguing America’s aviation system – get back to some semblance of normalcy?
—Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 May 2025
Maresca praised the Portugal international’s performances in the role during Jackson’s injury absence, when his speed and selfless running restored some semblance of the usual balance to Chelsea’s attack.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 14 May 2025
While the men are away on the frontline, Greta, Anni, and the remaining villagers try to preserve a semblance of life.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 May 2025
When will Newark – considered a microcosm of the problems plaguing America’s aviation system – get back to some semblance of normalcy?
—Pete Muntean, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for semblance
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“Semblance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/semblance. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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semblance
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sem·blance
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